New On-line Program!
You are invited to join us for a new monthly lunchtime series about the Neponset Watershed, presented by NepRWA staff and some of our many partners.
Home Page B-level News
September 4, 2020
August 31, 2020
Outdoor Water Restrictions in the Neponset Watershed
Low rainfall has put MA in a Level 2 – Significant Drought situation.
August 24, 2020
July 2020 Water Quality Report
Lack of rainfall leads to reduced stormwater pollution and low water levels.
August 10, 2020
Watery Weed Pull
Recently, a group of 25 volunteers joined NepRWA staff to remove water chestnut from Silk Mill Pond in Canton.
July 28, 2020
Water Temperature Report
A months-long temperature study provides key information for native brook trout.
Green Team Explores the Neponset River
Waders, nets, and teens make for a fun morning!
July 14, 2020
June 2020 Water Quality Report (CWMN)
Data collection continues as water quality takes a typical June decline.
July 13, 2020
Recent Flooding in Norwood Emphasizes Need for Upgraded Infrastructure
The Town of Norwood was hit with an intense downpour on June 28 from a concentrated thunderstorm.
July 8, 2020
May 2020 Water Quality Report (CWMN)
We continue to collect valuable water quality data in compliance with COVID-19 restrictions by implementing enhanced safety procedures to keep our volunteers and staff safe.
June 23, 2020
Improved Stormwater Bylaw Will Protect Milton’s Waterways
June 2020 -- Milton Town Meeting members overwhelmingly approve an update to the town's Stormwater Management Bylaw.
April 23, 2020
Classroom Resources: Water Education
Discover new online resources that support water conservation and pollution prevention education.
April 20, 2020
Get a Neponset River Paddler’s Guide
For just $5 you can get the Neponset River Paddler's Guide and explore Boston's "Hidden River"!
April 13, 2020
Embrace-A-Stream Continues Despite Challenges
We've joined forces with Greater Boston Trout Unlimited on a major new effort to save the Neponset's native brook trout.
April 12, 2020
Photos: Easter egg hunt
Seek and ye shall find!
March 9, 2020
EPA Holds Meeting on Contaminated Sediments
EPA discusses plans to nominate lower Neponset River to "superfund" list to address contaminated sediments
February 8, 2020
Massachusetts Water Resources Authority PFAS Presentation
Learn more about this "FOREVER" chemical.
2019 Annual Water Quality Report (CWMN Program)
View results from the volunteer CWMN Program to check on the health of your waterways
January 24, 2020
Legislative Breakfast – Tues., March 31 at 9:45am, MA State House
Join NepRWA and the Watershed Action Alliance at a legislative breakfast with our elected leaders
January 13, 2020
New Rain Gardens Protect Canton’s Brooks
Recently completed rain gardens at the Luce Elementary School and Devoll Field will protect nearby Pequid and Beaver Meadow Brooks from harmful stormwater pollution.
Neponset River 2019 Water Quality Summary
Overall, it's a mixed outlook for the Neponset River, with outstanding dissolved oxygen, mediocre total phosphorus, and worsening E. coli levels.